International Anti-Corruption Commitments

Title of the document

African Union Convention on Preventing and Combating Corruption

(http://www.auanticorruption.or...)

Issuing body

African Union

Brief description

This is the regional anti-corruption legal instrument for Africa

Relevant excerpts

Article 7

Fight Against Corruption and Related Offences in the Public Service

In order to combat corruption and related offences in the public service, State Parties commit themselves to:

1. Require all or designated public officials to declare their assets at the time of assumption of office during and after their term of office in the public service.

2. Create an internal committee or a similar body mandated to establish a code of conduct and to monitor its implementation, and sensitize and train public officials on matters of ethics.

3. Develop disciplinary measures and investigation procedures in corruption and related offences with a view to keeping up with technology and increase the efficiency of those responsible in this regard.

4. Ensure transparency, equity and efficiency in the management of tendering and hiring procedures in the public service.

5. Subject to the provisions of domestic legislation, any immunity granted to public officials shall not be an obstacle to the investigation of allegations against and the prosecution of such officials.